Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Seasonal Registered Nurse, providing compassionate and professional nursing care during the busy winter months. This role offers flexible full-time and part-time day and night shifts, perfect for those seeking seasonal employment in the healthcare field.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care under physician guidance, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Mentor and support new staff and nursing students to foster professional growth.
• Perform nursing duties within the scope defined by licensing boards and facility policies.
• Assess patient needs accurately and maintain comprehensive care plans.
• Encourage patient independence by involving patients and families in care discussions.
• Administer medications timely and evaluate their effects carefully.
• Educate patients and families on physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of care, including disease processes and symptom management.
• Document patient care accurately and promptly according to policy.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy regulations regarding Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, healthcare team members, and external agencies.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in a compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire or by orientation end.
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and prior experience in a similar clinical setting.

Certifications

• Mandatory: BLS/CPR.
• May require ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIHSS, or AWHONN certifications depending on department policy.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong nursing fundamentals and clinical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in basic computer and keyboarding tasks.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform heavy work occasionally exerting up to 100 lbs and frequently up to 20 lbs.
• Standing or walking for 51-75% of the workday.

This position is located in a regional healthcare facility serving the Central Plains area of the United States. It offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment where your contributions make a meaningful difference in patient care.